- 444
Damien Hirst
Estimate
600,000 - 800,000 USD
bidding is closed
Description
- Damien Hirst
- Beautiful I Don't Want To Be a Dead Artist Painting
- household gloss and credit card on canvas
- Diameter: 84 in. 213.4 cm.
- Executed in 2005.
Provenance
Gagosian Gallery, New York
Acquired by the present owner from the above in 2006
Condition
This work appears in excellent condition. The surface is clean and the canvas is well stretched. There is no evidence of inpainting under UV light inspection and no apparent condition problems with this work. Unframed.
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In response to your inquiry, we are pleased to provide you with a general report of the condition of the property described above. Since we are not professional conservators or restorers, we urge you to consult with a restorer or conservator of your choice who will be better able to provide a detailed, professional report. Prospective buyers should inspect each lot to satisfy themselves as to condition and must understand that any statement made by Sotheby's is merely a subjective qualified opinion.
NOTWITHSTANDING THIS REPORT OR ANY DISCUSSIONS CONCERNING CONDITION OF A LOT, ALL LOTS ARE OFFERED AND SOLD "AS IS" IN ACCORDANCE WITH THE CONDITIONS OF SALE PRINTED IN THE CATALOGUE.
Catalogue Note
As an artist you're looking for universal triggers. You want it both ways. You want it to have an immediate impact, and you want it to have deep meanings as well. I'm striving for both.
- Damien Hirst
- Damien Hirst